The Self Care Manifesto
The individual – should adopt a healthy lifestyle; use health resources only when needed, and first practice self care.
Health professionals – should provide self care advice and support on risk factors for major diseases; provide advice on the self-limiting nature of common illnesses and treatment options.
Governments and communities –should provide initiatives to support healthy lifestyles information in schools; provide incentives to primary care professionals to prioritise the provision of self care advice on the responsible use of health resources.